How to Use the S Gear in an Automatic Transmission Car?
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Automatic transmission cars use the S gear for climbing hills and rapid overtaking. An automatic transmission means the driver does not need to shift gears manually; the vehicle automatically selects the appropriate gear based on driving speed and traffic conditions. The method to start an automatic transmission car is: 1. Observe the surroundings for safety before getting in the car, and fasten the seatbelt after entering; 2. Press the brake with the right foot and push the one-touch start button; 3. Shift to D gear and release the handbrake. The gears in an automatic transmission are: 1. P gear is the parking gear and starting gear; 2. R gear is the reverse gear; 3. N gear is the neutral gear; 4. D gear is the drive gear, also known as the forward gear; 5. L gear is the low-speed gear; 6. S gear is the sport mode; 7. OD gear is the overdrive gear.
I drive an automatic transmission car to and from work every day, and I feel that the S mode is most suitable for overtaking or climbing hills. Like last week when I was driving on a mountain road, switching to S mode directly raised the engine speed to 3000 RPM, and I could clearly feel a much quicker power response, making the climb much easier. However, be careful not to use it for too long. Once I forgot to switch back to D mode and drove 20 kilometers, and the fuel consumption was 2 liters higher than usual. Also, at red lights, you'll notice more noticeable body vibrations since the RPM is higher. It's recommended to use D mode for comfortable city driving. If you really want to experience driving fun, find an open road and briefly switch to S mode for a bit—the transmission won't break that easily.
